Mary L. Westcott began writing poetry 25 years ago and has been published in more than fifty five literary journals. She holds a doctorate in social psychology and an MA in Writing...view moreMary L. Westcott began writing poetry 25 years ago and has been published in more than fifty five literary journals. She holds a doctorate in social psychology and an MA in Writing and is retired from the National Institutes of Health. She has been on a spiritual journey, including recovery from several alcoholic relationships. She lives in The Villages, Florida with Rocky Rio and Didi, her two rescue cats.view less